Tom "Bear" Wilson was a career United States Air Force Officer
with 3000 hours of flying time, mostly in fighters. During his
500 hours of combat flying, he earned four Silver Star Medals for
gallantry and three Distinguished Flying Crosses for heroism. He
also served in various roles as instructor, flight examiner,
tactician, staff officer, and unit commander. After leaving the
military, Wilson enjoyed diverse careers, including: private
investigator, gunsmith, newspaper publisher, and manager of
advanced programs for a high-tech company in Silicon Valley.
Mr. Wilson resides in Texas and has recently completed his ninth
novel, Black Serpent.